discotheque
1 synonym for discotheque, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A nightclub where people dance to recorded pop or dance music.
How to use discotheque
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a discotheque scene
local discotheque
Etymology
Borrowed from French discothèque, originally meaning "record library," from disque ("disc/record") plus -thèque ("collection, storage place").
Full origin of discotheque →Frequently asked questions
What does “discotheque” mean?
The word “discotheque” means a nightclub where people dance to recorded pop or dance music. In plain terms, a club for dancing to recorded music — the full, slightly old-fashioned form of "disco.".
How do you pronounce “discotheque”?
“Discotheque” is pronounced DIHS-kuh-tehk (/ˈdɪskəˌtɛk/ in IPA).
How do you use “discotheque” in a sentence?
Here is “discotheque” used in a sentence: “The old discotheque on the pier was famous throughout the 1970s.”
What part of speech is “discotheque”?
“Discotheque” is a noun.
Where does the word “discotheque” come from?
The word “discotheque” comes from French. Borrowed from French discothèque, originally meaning "record library," from disque ("disc/record") plus -thèque ("collection, storage place").
